US okays sale of 8 Global Response Cutters to Pakistan

[FuturePAF]

it is probably to revamp the MSA to due further off shore missions without Pakistan Navy support.

These ships and coast based UAVs and Maritime Patrol Aircraft can keep an eye on the Pakistani EEZ and any illegal activities, freeing up resources for the Navy (the one us OHP frigate was to give some ASW help to the PN as well as a long distance OPV)

A strong coast guard for pakistan is in america's interest, but building up the navy is not a priority

 

[black-hawk_101]

I think Cutter's order will be doubled or tripled?

 

[Ghareeb_Da_Baal]

whats the function of cutter & they capabilities?

 

[rockstar08]

whats the function of cutter & they capabilities?

i second that Question ..
@fatman17 @Penguin @Basel

 

[Muhammad Omar]

whats the function of cutter & they capabilities?

i second that Question ..
@fatman17 @Penguin @Basel

Here are the Specs we are getting 8 of these

 

[That Guy]

i second that Question ..
@fatman17 @Penguin @Basel

I'm curious as well. What role will it play? What is it's purpose?

 

[Areesh]

I'm curious as well. What role will it play? What is it's purpose?

I think they are for coastal patrol and security, Might be used by maritime security agency guys.

 

[Muhammad Omar]

@Areesh @That Guy

According to the contract, Pakistan will receive eight 43-meter Global Response Cutters (GRC43M).

Each Cutter will be a mono-hull design made of Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP). Also included in this sale: outfitted eight 25mm or 30mm Naval Gun Systems, 32 M2-HB .50 caliber machine guns, 32 7.62mm guns, eight 8-meter Rigid Inflatable Boats, ballistic/armor protection of critical spaces, equipment relating to command and control, communication, navigation, support and repair parts, tools and test equipment.

This sale will enhance Pakistan’s ability to enforce the rule of law over its coastal areas to safeguard seaborne energy corridors, deter the outbreak of piracy along the north Arabian Sea, and curtail the trafficking of narcotics and other illicit goods. These vessels provide the Pakistan Navy with the capability for medium to long endurance coverage of its 660 miles of coastline. Pakistan will have no difficulty absorbing GRC43M Cutters into its armed forces.


COMPOSITE ADVANTAGE

• High strength to weight materials
• High flank and transit speeds
• High fuel efficiency
• Superior structural integrity
• Resistant to impact damage, lowers repair costs
• High crew quality of life, improves morale and retention
• Noise and vibration reduction reduces crew fatigue
• Insulation for cooling/heating benefits improves crew comfort
• Does not rust or corrode, reduces maintenance and ownership costs

SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE

• Fast - 32.4 knots flank @ full load
• Long Range - 4,000 nm @ 12 knots

PROPULSION

• (2) MTU 16 4000 M73L (3,860 hp) proven for fast vessels with high load factors (Maximum mission availability)
• 15,000 hours' time between overhauls for extended operational use

MISSION READY

• Integrated command control
• 360° search-detect-identify capability

VERSATILITY-MISSION MULTIPLIER

• Stern ramp for 8m RHIB-deployment/retrieval
• Multiple weapon and sensor options
• Flexible multi-use deck space provides increased capability
• Multiple berthing configurations for crew and embarked personnel

 

[Areesh]

@Areesh @That Guy

According to the contract, Pakistan will receive eight 43-meter Global Response Cutters (GRC43M).

Each Cutter will be a mono-hull design made of Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP). Also included in this sale: outfitted eight 25mm or 30mm Naval Gun Systems, 32 M2-HB .50 caliber machine guns, 32 7.62mm guns, eight 8-meter Rigid Inflatable Boats, ballistic/armor protection of critical spaces, equipment relating to command and control, communication, navigation, support and repair parts, tools and test equipment.

This sale will enhance Pakistan’s ability to enforce the rule of law over its coastal areas to safeguard seaborne energy corridors, deter the outbreak of piracy along the north Arabian Sea, and curtail the trafficking of narcotics and other illicit goods. These vessels provide the Pakistan Navy with the capability for medium to long endurance coverage of its 660 miles of coastline. Pakistan will have no difficulty absorbing GRC43M Cutters into its armed forces.


COMPOSITE ADVANTAGE

• High strength to weight materials
• High flank and transit speeds
• High fuel efficiency
• Superior structural integrity
• Resistant to impact damage, lowers repair costs
• High crew quality of life, improves morale and retention
• Noise and vibration reduction reduces crew fatigue
• Insulation for cooling/heating benefits improves crew comfort
• Does not rust or corrode, reduces maintenance and ownership costs

SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE

• Fast - 32.4 knots flank @ full load
• Long Range - 4,000 nm @ 12 knots

PROPULSION

• (2) MTU 16 4000 M73L (3,860 hp) proven for fast vessels with high load factors (Maximum mission availability)
• 15,000 hours' time between overhauls for extended operational use

MISSION READY

• Integrated command control
• 360° search-detect-identify capability

VERSATILITY-MISSION MULTIPLIER

• Stern ramp for 8m RHIB-deployment/retrieval
• Multiple weapon and sensor options
• Flexible multi-use deck space provides increased capability
• Multiple berthing configurations for crew and embarked personnel

Yup would be used by MSA against smugglers, terrorists and sometimes Indian fishermen fishing in Pakistani seas.

 

[fatman17]

I'm curious as well. What role will it play? What is it's purpose?

Patrol the makran coastline as naval bases move away from karachi. Other roles include interdiction of smuggling, drug's and illegal immigrants.

How many in total?

2 delivered
2 under construction at KSEW and a chinese shipyard
2 planned for a total of 6.

I reported this a while back

 

[GHOST RIDER]

Patrol the makran coastline as naval bases move away from karachi.

Is Navy moving all bases away from Karachi ?
will the whole Naval Aviation fleet be relocated at Turbat ?

 

[Basel]

i second that Question ..
@fatman17 @Penguin @Basel

they are police mobiles at sea.

Pakistan – GRC43M Cutters | The Official Home of the Defense Security Cooperation Agency
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Response Cutter

 

[fatman17]

Is Navy moving all bases away from Karachi ?
will the whole Naval Aviation fleet be relocated at Turbat ?

JNB at Ormara will eventually be the flagship naval base and most of the naval aviation assets will be based at Turbat. Of course navy will still have a presence in karachi also. The security of the makran coastline will be of prime importance.
The SRC will also be located at Ormara.

 

[AZADPAKISTAN2009]

The cutters would be welcomed addition to the police role and rescue along sea side and stranded merchants

Look forward to their addition , the interior for the ships look quite modern

While the Azmat class we have is a bit on the heavy side , but these ships are nice to have
for shallow areas as stated by @Penguin

I can see these ships running between GAWADAR-Karachi area

I doubt these ships can handle missiles on it structure , it is always nice to have low key ship that can help patrol duties

The machine gun , setup is ideal for anti smuggling operations

 

[That Guy]

The cutters would be welcomed addition to the police role and rescue along sea side and stranded merchants

Look forward to their addition , the interior for the ships look quite modern

While the Azmat class we have is a bit on the heavy side , but these ships are nice to have
for shallow areas as stated by @Penguin

I can see these ships running between GAWADAR-Karachi area

The machine gun , setup is ideal for anti smuggling operations

The sale seems to be dead.